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Explain with suitable examples the different types of phyllotaxy?. |
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Answer» Answer: hyllotaxy is the PATTERN of arrangement of leaves on the stem or branch. It is of three TYPES: alternate, opposite and whorled. • Alternate Arrangement of Leaves: In alternate type of phyllotaxy, a single LEAF arises at each node in alternate manner, as in china rose, mustard and sun flower plants. • Opposite Arrangement of Leaves: In opposite type, a PAIR of leaves arise at each node and LIE opposite to each other as in Calotropis and guava plants. • Whorled Arrangement of Leaves: If more than two leaves arise at a node and form a whorl, it is called whorled, as in Alstonia.. |
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